Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow.
At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”
Your role
Preparing compilation engagements
Preparing corporate and personal income tax returns
Providing assistance to clients with bookkeeping tasks including recording transactions, reconciling bank accounts, preparing HST return and reporting results to management
Participating in the efficient preparation and completion of working papers, financial statements, and corporate tax returns for compilation engagements, according to firm and regulatory standards for clients in various businesses
Effective preparation and completion of tax assignments, including preparation of tax returns (T1, T2, HST), and to ensure queries are cleared and deadlines are met
Preparation of trust returns (T3)
What you bring to the table
- A college or university degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
- A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in public accounting or a similar finance role
- Proven technical abilities in preparing compilation engagements, and corporate and personal income tax returns
- Tech savvy; proven technical skills in accounting and tax
- Sound working knowledge of tax and accounting principles
- Accounting, tax, and software knowledge, i.e.: Tax Prep, CaseWare, Sage and QuickBooks
- Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Highly analytical and accurate, attention to detail is critical to this role
- A strong work ethic, and thrive on challenges
- Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation to work independently in a high-volume work environment.
- Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively and efficiently
- A passion for client service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A willingness to continually expand one’s professional skill set, learn on the job, take on additional responsibilities as required and respond to and thrive in a dynamic work environment
- Candidates must be flexible to work overtime during peak business periods – any overtime worked will be paid or recorded as in-lieu time to be taken at a later date
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation
- Annual bonuses
- Paid CPA fees
- Commission on new client acquisitions
- Flexible hours
- Wellness and fitness incentives
- Health benefits (Disability Insurance, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Health & Vision)
- Generous paid time off
Where you’ll work:
This role is a hybrid work-from-home position. Candidates must be available to travel during the week to the Owen Sound, Ontario office located at 945 3rd Avenue East for critical meetings as required.
Job type:
Permanent, Full-time
Your schedule:
Monday to Friday
Salary range: $45,000 - $60,000
(with flexibility based on the level of experience)
When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.
Note: Baker Tilly is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. We encourage you to connect with us if you require an accommodation in the recruitment process or need this job posting in an alternative format.
While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
